On The Jake Feinberg Show (radio) and in Facebook Lives, Jake Feinberg has now conducted over 2,000 interviews with “The Cats”—popular musicians across the spectrum from rock to jazz, R&B to folk, pop to country, bluegrass to fusion. Jake’s unique interviewing style puts musicians at their ease and inspires them to reflect candidly on topics familiar or unexpected. The Cats tell little stories, muse about life, uncover aspects of the music business, dig deep into overcoming adversity, revel in camaraderie, and open their souls. You will never see musicians in the same light again.... Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jake-feinberg/support

Brilliant and ebullient bassist talks about being raised in a musical family and playing in a jazz trio format with her father and brother growing up in Orinda. A frank discussion about the realities of becoming a full-time professional musician.

Blazing keyboardist and member of Rado talks about the evolution of the band's sound and his own individual voice.

Frontman for Rado talks about the evolution of the band's sound through "Pocket Therapy." Still looking for my socks...

Inventive guitar wizard talks about influences like Les Paul, Wes Montgomery and his latest album revolving around Action Park in New Jersey.

Gifted double bassist talks about the intangibles that he learned from playing live consistently in D.C. and how he creates music that feels right and inspires him.

Singer songwriter who grew up in a musical family, talks about his decision to move from Austin to Los Angeles in furtherance of pursuing his most authentic self.

Musician and filmmaker talks about the meaning behind his songs and how he has tried to use adversity to become more resilient as a creator.

Thai musician talks about transforming his musical acumen from a hobby to a livelihood.

Legendary Australian multi-instrumentalist talks about playing jazz gigs with Mike Nock and taking his musical aptitude in a myriad of different directions always seeking original song and sound.

Magical drummer talks about playing double drums with Phil Collins and his dedication to learning authentic ethnic rhythms regardless of genre.

Continued discussion of a hallmark music career including his time spent with Tommy Bolin, CSN and Jaco!

Comprehensive conversation about the profound impact of Bruce Arnold and his band Orpheus on American music as told by his son.

Genre defying bass player talks about his early musical roots growing up in Long Island.

Decorated trombonist talks about cutting his teeth on the bandstand with the Tommy Dorsey band and Woody Herman. Meet "The Crimson Slide"

Profound beat maker, producer and DJ talks about building tracks organically and turning them into songs and setlists that continue to inspire people.

Inspiring musician, engineer, producer and jingle writer talks about all the different tributaries of his iconic musical life.

Continual discussion of how to create organic spiritual music in isolation or on the bandstand.

Multi-dimensional creator talks about the dynamics of intimate relationships in her life and how she is merely a conduit for the information that comes through her as an artist.

Long Island born musician talks about getting his engineering chops together at San Francisco State and eventually creating great sound for so many seminal albums at Westlake Studios and beyond.

Cosmic musician talks about the peaks and valleys of his music career and how he has cut above the pack by being singular and unwavering in his artistic POV.

Young guitarist and band leader talks about gratitude and perseverance as we enter a new year.

Stalwart soul singers from Cincinnati talk about the fertile scene that existed in the 1970's and the ups and downs of the music business.

Gifted multi-instrumentalist talks about how he has learned to channel all his life experiences into his music to find his own sound and style.

Brilliant guitarist talks about getting introduced to jazz at The University of Miami and turning that into a career on the bandstand.

Versatile bassist talks about transitioning from guitar to electric bass and playing west coast cosmic country music in the 1970's.

Gypsy guitarist talks about the ancient origins of Flamenco guitar and the timeless feel of playing with masters of music.

Goddess of the earth talks about her Native American and Southern Black ancestral roots and how that lineage has turned her into a spiritual seeker and inclusive musician.

Dynamic fusion band incorporating elements of the middle islands and New Orleans talk about their intentions for making inspiring community-based music.

Bass player from Vallejo, CA talks about the evolution of his sound and being a founding memeber of the band Con Funk Shun.

Multi-dimensional painter and healer talks about finding peace and purpose in this life by overcoming adversity and tapping into her ancestral lineage.

Alabama born singer and bandleader talks about the relationship he had with his late father, being a non-conformist in a conservative southern community and different opportunities he has to play music for people including at The Frog Pond. *photo by Chad Edwards

Ebullient drummer talks about his current collaboration with son Jano and how satisfied he is with the arc of his storied career.

Self-taught drummer talks about his unique style and how that lent itself to playing different styles and forms of music throughout his decorated career.

Legendary trumpeter, producer and band leader talks about everyone and everything in his illustrious career.

Songstress and multi-faceted creative talks about her connection to the divine and how she has learned to trust her instinct and intuition when writing material or working in the studio.

Prolific, blues-based drummer talks about his early influences in the Fresno scene where he grew up and all the legends he has played with since he relocated to Las Vegas.

Singer and band leader talks about her early experiences with the divine and navigating creative control as a female within the music racket.

Dynamic hip hop artist talks about owning his own truth in this life and channeling that mission within his music.

Prolific rhythm maker talks about his concept of time and how he integrates that within different musical contexts including Guava Tree.

Conduit to the divine talks about the songs that have come through her since she was a young girl growing up in Nigeria.

A couple of musical brothers talk about the first iteration of 3rd Borough and their intentions going forward in its newest configuration.

Lebanese musician who sings in English talks about overcoming personal and physical hardships as he enters a new chapter of his musical career.

A deep dive into his upbringing in Los Angeles where he and his brother sought out and became part of the burgeoning experimental music scene learning from their elders which included Bobby Bradford, Julius Hemphill, Horace Tapscott, Sonship and Vinnie Golia.We explored the daunting landscape of modern-day touring, the people along the way who helped elevate his own original music and his concept of success in this life.

Profound singer/songwriter talks about his relationships with Bones Howe and Bill Graham. Never Quit.

Multi-dimensional artist and motivational speaker talks about cutting his own musical path after years of trying to conform to the racket.

Singer/songwriter talks about coping with tinnitus while still cranking out new music.

Heavy Saxophonist talks about using adversity in his life to find his own individual sound on the bandstand.

Profound double bassist talks about playing and using "radar" in a myriad of different musical settings.

Musical artist talks about incorporating old school 80's hardware into his songs and defining what success is for him in this life.

Nigerian born musician talks about growing up around the music of Fela Kuti and Jimmy Cliff and how he is now - after becoming a pharmacist, father and assimilated immigrant - able to pursue his own artistic path in America.

Profound beat maker talks about his early creations, leaving music all together to serve his country and finding out some 30 years later that his original grooves have inspired so many around the world including his idol Egyptian Lover.